Southern Candied Yams - The Perfect Thanksgiving Side Dish

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is often more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Peel and chop the sweet potatoes.

Melt the butter in a pot and add the brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and vanilla extract.

Juice the orange and add the juice to the mixture.

Add the sweet potatoes to the pot and stir to coat them in the sauce.

Transfer the sweet potatoes to a baking dish and pour the sauce over them.

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